Category: Singing Dogs

The classic image of a Dalmatian is one of the dog sitting atop a fire engine. Back in the days when fire engines were still horse drawn, fire houses kept Dalmatians (who get along well with horses and other work animals) to run along side and in front of their wagons on the way to a fire to keep bystanders on the street away from the horses pulling them. Even after fire engines became motorized, many fire houses kept Dalmatians as mascots and guard dogs. Learn More

The loveable and energetic “Scottie Dog” originated in—you guessed it—Scotland, where it was bred as a hunter. Scotties are brave and loyal to their guardians and love to be pampered by them. The Scottish Terrier is a favorite of American Presidents, inhabiting the White House more often than any other breed. Franklin Roosevelt kept several Scotties while in office, including his constant companion, Fala. Learn More

First bred as hunting and working dogs, the boxer is known for its strong muscles and sleek body. Boxers are smart and easy to train while still being fun and playful creatures. They’re often still used as work and service animals. Learn More

The holidays are a time best spent with our loved ones, and that includes our favorite furry friends. As you find the Carolers which represent your family over the mantel, don't forget to include your favorite family pets, as well. Learn More

The Pekinese was first bred as a dog for the Imperial court in ancient China and is closely related to the pug, which shares this origin. No one knows quite when or how the Pekinese was first created. Chinese legend tells of a lion who fell in love with a Marmoset, and went to the Buddha asking to be made small like the one he loved, who granted the wish. The tiny lion is said to have been the first Pekinese. Learn More

The little pugs were originally bred in China as far back as 500 BCE, where they were lap dogs for the Chinese Emperors. For many centuries, Buddhist monks in Tibet kept the breed alive before it was exported to Europe in the 16th century, where it became a favorite of royalty and nobility across the continent, who kept pugs as coach dogs. Napoleon Bonaparte’s wife Josephine had a particular love of her pug, Fortune, who was the only member of her family allowed to visit her after she was imprisoned at Les Carmes. Learn More

The Bichon Frisé is a curly-haired, excitable ball of energy that loves to be petted and loved. The name Bichon Frisé accurately translates from French as “curly lap dog. While exploring the New World in the 16th century, many Spanish sailing ships kept friendly Bichons on board to endear their crews to native tribes they met when they went ashore. Learn More

The Bernese Mountain Dog takes its name from the Canton of Bern, in Switzerland where it was originally bred. In German, Bernese Mountain Dogs are referred to as Sennenhunde, or literally “(alpine) pasture dogs” since the breed was originally created to work as a farm dog high in the Swiss Alps. Learn More

The holidays are a time best spent with our loved ones, and that includes our favorite furry friends. As you find the Carolers which represent your family over the mantel, don't forget to include your favorite family pets, as well. Learn More

Labrador Retrievers are the most popular dog breed in the world, numbering more than twice as many as the next most popular breed in the United States, the German Shepherd. Known for their loyalty and obedience, Labs are easy to train, making them great family pets and service animals. In recent years, Labs have distinguished their breed by working with soldiers and hospital patients as therapy dogs and through their work as trained search and rescue animals, especially during the disasters of 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, when a Black Lab named Jake received nationwide recognition for finding survivors in the aftermath of both disasters. Learn More

Dense, tough, and powerful, the bulldog is a symbol of Great Britain, and was often used when describing Winston Churchill in his defiance of Nazi Germany (as much for his stubbornness and tenacity as for their similar appearance!). Learn More

Strong, ferocious, and fiercely loyal to their pack, German Shepherds are the epitome of the guard dog archetype that make them perfect working dogs for police and other groups. But look deeper than the stereotype and you’ll find a smart, affectionate creature that wants a pack to love and a job to do well. German Shepherds love to know they’ve done a good job, and many are trained for police work, for the military, or as therapy and service dogs. Learn More